A Disappointing Fantasy Trilogy Review

A Disappointing Fantasy Trilogy

summarizeEditor's Summary

I dove into this 1200-page fantasy trilogy, but it didn't live up to my expectations. A friend recommended it, and I was curious to see what all the fuss was about. The author's not a household name, but a quick search online showed they're pretty popular among fantasy fans. The collection's called Acrenor, and it starts with 'The Ninth Fortress.' The king of Acrenor's got a problem - enemies are constantly harassing him, but his character just didn't work for me. The military drills and tactics are way too detailed, making it feel like a chore to read.

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KararKötü

HikayeKalitesi4/10

RomantikTerslik1/10

GörünürOlaylar4/10

KarakterGelişimi3/10

DönemlerinGelişimi5/10

DönemlerinAyrıntıları2/10

I dove into this 1200-page trilogy, which a friend recommended I read. The author's not a household name to me, but a quick online search revealed he's pretty popular among fantasy fans.

The collection's called Acrenor, and it starts with 'The Ninth Fortress.' The king of Acrenor's got a problem - enemies are constantly harassing him. So, he comes up with the idea of creating an elite team. My problem with this is that he's just too perfect, with no real flaws or conflicts. It feels like he's more concerned with doing what's right than actually being a compelling character. The military drills and tactics are way too detailed, making it feel like a chore to read. And then there's how quickly the team falls into place - it's like they're following a script.

The second book, 'The Honor of Your Enemy,' hooked me at first. The female characters were dying off one by one, and I was curious about who'd be next. But the story takes a predictable turn - it's just a bunch of action scenes with lots of sword fighting and revenge plots. The dads of the victims start seeking revenge against the bad guys, and it's just... yeah.

The third book, 'The Right to Defeat,' doesn't bring anything new to the table. It's all about wiping out the main enemies, and I was left feeling underwhelmed. I didn't find any of the characters particularly relatable or interesting, and the melodrama was almost non-existent. I was expecting some romantic tension or at least a few plot twists, but none of that happened.

So, all things considered, I'd give this series a solid two out of five stars.

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Is this trilogy worth reading if you're a fan of fantasy?

While the world-building and action scenes are well-written, the character development and plot are a bit lacking. If you're a die-hard fantasy fan, you might enjoy it, but it's not a must-read.

How long does it take to read this trilogy?

Be prepared to commit to a long read - this trilogy clocks in at 1200 pages.

Is the author a well-known name in the fantasy genre?

No, the author isn't a household name, but they have a dedicated following among fantasy fans.

What's the main plot of the trilogy?

The king of Acrenor forms an elite team to deal with the constant threats to his kingdom.

Are the characters well-developed?

Unfortunately, the king's character is a bit one-dimensional and lacks any real flaws or conflicts.

Is the writing style engaging?

The author's got a clear vision for the story and its characters, but the writing style can feel a bit dry at times.

Are the themes of loyalty and duty explored?

Yes, the themes of loyalty and duty are timely and thought-provoking, but they're not always well-integrated into the plot.

Is the world-building detailed?

Yes, the world-building is rich and detailed, if a bit overwhelming at times.

Are the action scenes well-written?

Yes, the action scenes are well-written and engaging, even if they're a bit formulaic.

Is the return policy good?

Unfortunately, I didn't purchase this book, so I'm not sure about the return policy.

What's the shipping like?

I didn't receive the book, so I'm not sure about the shipping.

Is the build quality good?

I'm not sure about the build quality, as I didn't receive a physical copy of the book.

What's the battery life like?

This is a book, so there's no battery life to speak of.

check_circlePros

•It's a long, immersive read with a detailed world
•The author's got a clear vision for the story and its characters
•The female characters get some decent screen time, even if their arcs are predictable
•The world-building is rich and detailed, if a bit overwhelming at times
•The action scenes are well-written and engaging, even if they're a bit formulaic
•The themes of loyalty and duty are timely and thought-provoking
•The writing style is engaging, even if it can feel a bit dry at times
•The plot's got some nice twists and turns, even if they're a bit predictable

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•The king of Acrenor's character is way too perfect and lacks any real flaws or conflicts
•The military drills and tactics are way too detailed and feel like a chore to read
•The team falls into place a bit too quickly and easily
•The story takes a predictable turn in the second book, with too much action and not enough character development
•The dads of the victims start seeking revenge against the bad guys in a way that feels forced and unrealistic
•The author relies too heavily on convenient plot devices and coincidences
•The characters feel a bit one-dimensional at times, especially the king
•The pacing can be a bit slow, especially in the first book